Pressure Washer Owner’s Manual
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Model No. 1467-1,2,3 (1,700 PSI High Pressure Washer) Manual No. 188936 Revision 0 (5/3/2001)
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Problems?
Questions?
Before taking your unit
back to the store,
call the pressure washer
helpline at
1–800–270–1408
M–F 8–5 CT
1700PSI
Model may vary slightly in
appearance from unit shown.
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EQUIPMENT
DESCRIPTION
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a
GENERAC high pressure washer. It has been designed,
engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible
dependability and performance.
This manual contains information for an high pressure
washer that operates at 1,700 PSI at a flow rate of
2.0 gallons per minute.This light-weight residential system
features sturdy wheels, a pump equipped with an automatic
cool-down system, a chemical injection system, safety
goggles, a 25 foot high pressure hose, and an adjustable
nozzle spray gun.
Please read and retain this manual.The instructions will
enable you to assemble your unit, and maintain your high
pressure washer properly.
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information
in this manual is both accurate and current. However,
Generac reserves the right to change, alter or otherwise
improve the product and its documentation at any time
without prior notice.
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily fix,
call the pressure washer helpline at 1-800-270-1408.
CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observe the safety rules.
• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and
using your high pressure washer.
• For off-season storage, review “Preparing the Unit for
Storage” on page 14.
SAFETY RULES
CAUTION!When setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs to your high pressure
washer, always disconnect the spark plug wire from
the spark plug and place the wire where it cannot
contact spark plug.
DANGER! Engine exhaust gases contain DEADLY
carbon monoxide gas.This dangerous gas, if
breathed in sufficient concentration, can cause
unconsciousness or even death. Operate this
equipment only in the open air where adequate
ventilation is available.
WARNING! Gasoline is highly FLAMMABLE and
its vapors are EXPLOSIVE. Do Not permit
smoking, open flames, sparks or heat in the vicinity
while handling gasoline.Avoid spilling gasoline on a
hot engine.Allow unit to cool for 2 minutes before
refueling. Comply with all laws regulating storage
and handling of gasoline.
Read this manual carefully and become familiar
with your pressure washer. Know its applications, its
limitations, and any hazards involved.
• Use and store this pressure washer in areas away from
combustible materials, combustible fumes or dust.
• The high pressure equipment is designed to be used with
Generac authorized parts only. If you use this equipment
with parts that do not comply with minimum
specifications, the user assumes all risks and liabilities.
• Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if inhaled
or ingested, causing severe nausea,fainting or poisoning.
The harmful elements may cause property damage or
severe injury.
• Do Not allow CHILDREN to operate the pressure
washer at any time.
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive
harm.
WARNING:
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• Operate engine only at governed speed. Running the
engine at excessive speeds increases the hazard of
personal injury. Do Not tamper with parts which may
increase or decrease the governed speed.
• Do Not wear loose clothing, jewelry or anything that
may be caught in the starter or other rotating parts.
• Before starting the pressure washer in cold weather,
check all parts of the equipment and be sure ice has not
formed there.
• Never use a spray gun which does not have a trigger lock
or trigger guard in place and in working order.
• Keep the hose connected to machine or the spray gun
while the system is pressurized. Disconnecting the hose
while the unit is pressurized is dangerous.
• Never operate units with broken or missing parts, or
without protective housing or covers.
• Operate and store this unit on a stable surface.
• Check the fuel system for leaks or signs of deterioration,
such as chafed or spongy hose, loose or missing clamps,
or damaged tank or cap. Correct all defects before
operating the pressure washer.
• Do Not spray flammable liquids.
• Do Not secure the spray gun in the open position.
• Use a respirator or mask whenever there is a chance
that vapors may be inhaled. Read all instructions with
mask so you are certain the mask will provide the
necessary protection against inhaling harmful vapors.
• Never aim the spray gun at people, animals or plants.
The high pressure stream of water that this equipment
produces can pierce skin and its underlying tissues,
leading to serious injury and possible amputation.
• Never allow any part of the body to come in contact
with the fluid stream. Do Not come in contact with a
fluid stream created by a leak in the high pressure hose.
• Always wear eye protection when you use this
equipment or when you are in the vicinity where the
equipment is in use.
• High pressure spray can cause paint chips or other
particles to become airborne.
• Do Not operate the pressure washer above the rated
pressure.
• Never move the machine by pulling on the high pressure
hose. Use the handle provided on the unit.
• Always be certain the spray gun, nozzles and accessories
are correctly attached.
• High pressure spray may damage fragile items including
glass. Do Not point spray gun at glass when in the jet
spray mode.
• Hold the spray gun firmly in your hand before you start
the unit. Failure to do so could result in an injury from a
whipping spray gun. Do Not leave the spray gun
unattended while the machine is running.
• The cleaning area should have adequate slopes and
drainage to reduce the possibility of a fall due to slippery
surfaces.
• Keep water spray away from electric wiring or fatal
electric shock may result.
• Do Not by–pass any safety device on this machine.
• The muffler and engine heat up during operation and
remain hot immediately after shutting it down.Avoid
contact with a hot muffler or engine as you could be
severely burned.
• High pressure hose can develop leaks from wear, kinking,
abuse, etc.Water spraying from a leak is capable of
injecting material into skin. Inspect hose each time before
using it. Check all hoses for cuts, leaks, abrasions or
bulging of cover, or damage or movement of couplings.If
any of these conditions exist, replace hose immediately.
Never repair high pressure hose. Replace it with another
hose that exceeds maximum pressure rating of your unit.
• The muffler and air cleaner must be installed and in good
condition before operating the pressure washer.These
components act as spark arresters if the engine backfires.
In the State of California a spark arrester is required by law
(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).
Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on
federal lands.
NOTE: If you equip the muffler with a spark arrester, it
must be maintained in effective working order.You can
order a spark arrester through your authorized Briggs and
Stratton service dealer.
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KNOW YOUR PRESSURE WASHER
Read this owner’s manual and safety rules before operating your high pressure washer.
Compare the illustrations with your high pressure washer to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and
adjustments. Model may vary slightly in appearance from unit shown. Save this manual for future reference.
Adjustable Nozzle — Always attached to nozzle
extension.Adjustable nozzle allows you to adjust pressure
of spray and spray pattern.
Air Cleaner — Dry type filter element limits the amount
of dirt and dust that gets in the engine.
Automatic Cool Down System — Cycles water
through pump when water reaches 140°-145°F. Warm
water will discharge from pump onto ground.This
system prevents internal pump damage.
Gas Tank — Fill tank with regular unleaded gasoline.
High Pressure Hose — Connect one end to water pump
and the other end to spray gun.
High Pressure Outlet — Connection for high pressure
hose.
Nozzle Extension — Attach to spray gun to use
adjustable nozzle.
Primer Bulb — Prepares a cold engine for starting.
Pump — Develops high water pressure.
Recoil Starter — Used for starting the engine manually.
Safety Goggles — Always use the enclosed goggles or
other eye protection when running your pressure washer.
Spray Gun — Controls the application of water onto
cleaning surface with trigger device. Includes safety latch.
Water Inlet — Connection for garden hose.
Spray Gun
Adjustable Nozzle
Nozzle Extension
High Pressure Hose
Safety Goggles
Air Cleaner
Primer Bulb
Gas Tank
Water Inlet
Pump equipped with
Automatic Cool Down
System
Recoil Starter
High Pressure Outlet
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IMPORTANT: Read entire owner’s manual before you
attempt to assemble or operate your new pressure washer.
REMOVE PRESSURE
WASHER FROM
CARTON
• Remove the parts box included with pressure washer.
• Slice two corners at the end of carton from top to
bottom so the panel can be folded down flat, then
remove all packing material.
• Roll pressure washer out of carton.
Carton Contents
Items in the carton include:
• Main Unit
• Parts Box (which includes the following):
• High Pressure Hose
• Wireform
• Goggles
• Nozzle Cleaning Kit
• Owner’s Manual
• Engine Manual
• Owner’s Registration Card
• Handle
• 2 Carriage Bolts
• 2 Knobs
• Spray Gun
• Nozzle Extension with Adjustable Nozzle
• Utility brush
• Accessory adapter
• Oil Bottle
• O-Ring Maintenance Kit
If any of the above parts are missing or damaged, call the
pressure washer helpline at 1–800–270–1408.
Preparing Pressure Washer for Use
If you have any problems with the assembly of your
pressure washer or if parts are missing or damaged, call the
pressure washer helpline at 1-800-270-1408.
To prepare your pressure washer for operation, you
will need to perform these tasks:
• Fill out and send in registration card.
• Attach the handle and attach the wireform that holds the
high pressure hose and spray gun.
• Connect the high pressure hose to the spray gun and the
pump.
• Connect the water supply to the pump.
• Add oil to the engine crankcase.
• Add fuel to the fuel tank.
Attach Handle and Wireform
• Place the handle onto the handle supports already
connected to the main unit. Make sure the holes in the
handle align with the holes on the handle supports. (Figure 1)
NOTE: It may be necessary to move the handle supports
from side to side in order to align the handle so it will slide
over the handle supports.
• Insert the carriage bolts through the holes on the handle
and attach the plastic knobs.Tighten the knobs by hand
(Figure 2).
Align Holes
Handle
Handle
Supports
Figure 1 — Attach Handle to Base
Figure 2 — Secure Handle
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• Insert the wireform with the longer arm positioned on
the left. From this view (from rear of unit), the hook
should resemble a “J” (Figure 3).
Add Engine Oil
IMPORTANT: Any attempt to crank or start the engine
before it has been properly serviced with the
recommended oil may result in an engine failure.
• Place pressure washer on a level surface.
• Refer to engine owners manual to add recommended oil
to engine.
NOTE:Check Oil Often During Engine Break–in.
NOTE:The pump is pre-lubricated and sealed, requiring
no additional lubrication for the life of the pump.
Add Gasoline
WARNING! Never fill fuel tank indoors. Never
fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot. Do Not
light a cigarette or smoke when filling the fuel tank.
WARNING! Do Not overfill the fuel tank.
Always allow room for fuel expansion.
• Use regular UNLEADED gasoline with the pressure
washer engine. Do Not use premium gasoline. Do Not
mix oil with gasoline.
• Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove cap.
• Add unleaded regular gasoline, slowly to fuel tank. Be
careful not to overfill.Allow about one inch below the
lowest portion of the fuel fill neck. Use a funnel to
prevent spillage (Figure 4).
• Install fuel cap and wipe up any spilled gasoline.
IMPORTANT: It is important to prevent gum deposits
from forming in essential fuel system parts, such as the
carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose or tank during storage.Also,
experience indicates that alcohol–blended fuels (called
gasohol, ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture, which
leads to separation and formation of acids during storage.
Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in
storage.
To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be
emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. See “Storage”
on page 13. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
Connect Hose and Water Supply to
Pump
IMPORTANT:You must assemble the nozzle extension
to the spray gun and attach all hoses before you start the
engine. Starting engine without all hoses connected and
water supplied will damage the pump.
• Uncoil the high pressure hose and attach one end of the
hose to the base of the spray gun (Figure 5).Tighten by
hand.
Figure 3 — Attach Wireform
Fuel Cap
Figure 4 — Add Gasoline to Fuel Tank
Model may vary slightly in
appearance from unit shown.
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